Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Confident Staffing • Skokie, IL

1d • $100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

This role is part of a high-performance team focused on developing and implementing a manufacturing excellence roadmap for the facility. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will help create and execute a five-year plan to integrate advanced manufacturing concepts, reduce complexity and cost, and transition toward single-piece flow manufacturing as the ideal state.

Requirements

• Strong technical background with passion for manufacturing technology and innovation.
• Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, prioritization, and deadline management.
• Experience with capital equipment financial modeling.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams within technical or manufacturing environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced listening and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Independent judgment and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated with high energy and initiative.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project management software.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• 3+ years of operations experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, or related field.
• 5+ years of directly relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify, plan, and oversee manufacturing improvement projects to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Define project scope and objectives.
• Develop detailed timing plans with milestones and execute within established timelines.
• Create financial models for projects, including capital equipment and ROI; manage spending to plan.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
• Research and apply best practices in advanced manufacturing technology.
• Develop and manage project schedules and cross-functional deliverables.
• Source equipment and services through third-party vendors.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Identify and mitigate manufacturing risks.
• Implement lean manufacturing concepts effectively.
• Present proposals for advanced manufacturing practices and growth opportunities.
• Comply with established procedures, processes, and system requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Account
• Short-Term Disability, Life, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D
• Education Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level